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Does Shopify Hold Funds?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 2:50 pm

Shopify is one of the most popular ecommerce platforms out there. It allows businesses of all sizes to create an online store and sell their products. But one question that we often get asked is: does Shopify hold funds?

The answer is no, Shopify does not hold funds. When you make a sale on Shopify, the money is transferred from the buyer’s bank account to your own bank account.

This process is called a “direct deposit” and usually takes 1-2 business days. So, if you were to make a sale on Monday, you would see the money in your bank account by Wednesday at the latest.

PRO TIP: If you are thinking about using Shopify to sell products online, be aware that the company does hold funds in your account. This means that if you have a dispute with a customer or need to issue a refund, the funds may not be available immediately. You may also incur fees for using Shopify’s services, so be sure to read the terms and conditions carefully before signing up.

However, it’s important to note that Shopify does hold funds in certain situations. For example, if you use Shopify Payments (which is Shopify’s own payment gateway) and you live in a country where we offer shop payouts, then your funds will be held in your Shopify account until they are paid out to you. The payout schedule varies by country, but it’s typically once per week.

Conclusion:

So, in conclusion, Shopify does not typically hold funds from sales made on its platform. There are some exceptions to this rule (for example, if you use Shopify Payments and live in a country where shop payouts are offered), but generally speaking, the money from your sales will be deposited directly into your bank account.

Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

Devops & Sysadmin engineer. I basically build infrastructure online.